Rainham (Kent) railway station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rainham |
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| The station in April 2009 | |
| Location | |
| Place | Rainham |
| Local authority | Borough of Medway |
| Coordinates | 51°21′59″N 0°36′41″E / 51.366411°N 0.611328°E |
| Grid reference | TQ818662 |
| Operations | |
| Station code | RAI |
| Managed by | Southeastern |
| Platforms in use | 3 |
| Live arrivals/departures and station information from National Rail | |
| History | |
| 25 Jan 1858 | Opened as Rainham and Newington |
| 1 Aug 1862 | Renamed Rainham |
| National Rail - UK railway stations | |
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z | |
Rainham railway station is a busy railway station located in Rainham, a town in Kent, England. It's a convenient stop for people living in the area and is just a short walk from the main shopping center in Rainham. This station is an important part of the Chatham Main Line, which is a key railway route.
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About Rainham Station
Rainham station helps connect people to different places. It's managed by Southeastern, a train company that runs many services in the region. The station has three platforms, which are the areas where passengers wait for trains to arrive and depart.
Where is Rainham Station?
The station is located right in Rainham, Kent. Its easy-to-reach spot near the town's shopping area makes it a popular choice for commuters and shoppers alike. It serves the local community within the Borough of Medway.
What Trains Run Here?
Trains from Rainham station travel on the Chatham Main Line. This line connects places like London Victoria and Dover Priory. You can catch trains heading towards Gillingham and then further into Kent, or towards Newington and Sittingbourne. Some high-speed trains also use parts of this route.
| Preceding station |  National Rail |
Following station | ||
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| Gillingham | Southeastern Chatham Main Line |
Newington | ||
| Gillingham | Southeastern High Speed 1 |
Sittingbourne | ||
Station History
Rainham railway station has been around for a long time! It first opened its doors on January 25, 1858. When it first opened, it was known as Rainham and Newington. A few years later, on August 1, 1862, its name was shortened to simply Rainham, which it has been called ever since. Over the years, the number of people using the station has generally increased, showing its importance to the area.
Images for kids
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The front of Rainham railway station building
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A level crossing near the station, used by passengers to reach different platforms
